IPL 2023: 5 Delhi Capitals (DC) players who could be benched throughout the season

Delhi Capitals entered the 15th edition of the Indian Premier League as one of the consistent teams having reached the playoffs in each of the last three seasons. However, they were not at their best and stuttered at crucial junctures of the competition. As a result, DC finished the league stage at the fifth position.

Despite a disappointing season, the Delhi franchise backed the majority of their players to come good in the 16th IPL edition and let go of only five players. They improved the depth of the side by signing top-quality players at the IPL 2023 auction.

DC are full of match-winners but it would not be possible for the team management to give opportunities to each and every player present in the team. Thus, as Delhi bid for glory in the coming season, one might witness certain cricketers being benched the entire tournament.

Here are five DC players who could be benched throughout the 2023 season

5. Vicky Ostwal

Vicky Ostwal caught a lot of eyeballs with his sensational performances in the Under-19 World Cup 2022. The left-arm spinner wreaked havoc with the ball and bagged 12 wickets in six games at an economy of 3.63. His bowling exploits were instrumental in Yash Dhull & co. clinching the title.

Delhi Capitals liked what they saw in Ostwal and signed him at the 2022 mega auction. But the youngster did not give any opportunity in that edition. However, the team management was inclined towards reinvesting in the Pune-born and thus, retained him for the coming season.

It will again be quite difficult for Ostwal to break into the playing XI. Delhi have international quality spinners such as Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel in their arsenal. They also possess Lalit Yadav and Pravin Dubey, who are relatively more experienced in the domestic circuit. Thus, the chances of Vicky getting a game amid the spin quartet are bleak.